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The best running trails in Arizona

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Running in Arizona is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Arizona—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 6, 2025

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1. Tempe Town Lake Trail

8.63km

00:53

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Bright Angel Trail to Havasupai Gardens Campground — South Rim

15.1km

02:53

930m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Gateway Trail loop — Scottsdale

7.27km

00:58

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. 5k Trail loop — Papago Park

5.04km

00:32

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. South Kaibab Trailhead to Skeleton Point — South Rim

9.53km

01:55

650m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Piestewa Peak via Summit Trail — Phoenix Mountains Preserve

3.95km

00:41

280m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Pemberton Trail loop — McDowell Mountain Regional Park

24.5km

02:58

230m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Devil's Bridge Trail run — Coconino National Forest

6.42km

00:51

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Tumamoc Hill Trail — Tucson

5.06km

00:37

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Devil's Bridge loop via Chuckwaggon Trail run — Coconino National Forest

7.99km

01:03

180m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Arizona

1. Tempe Town Lake Trail

2. Bright Angel Trail to Havasupai Gardens Campground — South Rim

3. Gateway Trail loop — Scottsdale

4. 5k Trail loop — Papago Park

5. South Kaibab Trailhead to Skeleton Point — South Rim

6. Piestewa Peak via Summit Trail — Phoenix Mountains Preserve

7. Pemberton Trail loop — McDowell Mountain Regional Park

8. Devil's Bridge Trail run — Coconino National Forest

9. Tumamoc Hill Trail — Tucson

10. Devil's Bridge loop via Chuckwaggon Trail run — Coconino National Forest

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